1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Proton 300
To start off, 1996 Proton 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1996 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 427 kg more than 1996 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Corvette | 300 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
